4 Best Spring Figurative Language Activities

Spring is in the air—and it’s the perfect time to breathe new life into your language arts lessons! Figurative language can be tricky for students to master, but with the right mix of visuals, hands-on activities, and seasonal themes, it can become one of their favorite topics. These five spring-themed figurative language activities are great for grades 3–6 and perfect for classrooms looking to review or reinforce key skills like similes, metaphors, and more.

1. Spring Figurative Language Anchor Charts & Activities

This ready-to-use printable and digital resource includes everything you need to teach and review figurative language with a seasonal twist. It covers similes, metaphors, personification, onomatopoeia, and alliteration using:

• Colorful anchor charts

• Matching and sorting activities

• Reading passages with figurative language

• Google Slides for digital learners

Perfect for centers, whole group instruction, or test prep, this resource makes figurative language fun and meaningful during March, April, and May.

–Click here for a free sample.

–Click here for the full version.

2. “April Showers” Simile Poetry

Let students write short spring-themed poems using similes. Prompt them with phrases like:

• The rain is like…

• The breeze feels like…

• Flowers are as bright as…

Display their poems with raincloud or flower cutouts for a lovely spring bulletin board.

3. Spring Figurative Language Scavenger Hunt

Hide cards around the classroom with spring-themed figurative language examples. Students walk around with clipboards, identifying the type used (e.g., metaphor, onomatopoeia). This movement-based activity helps reinforce concepts while keeping students engaged and active.

4. Figurative Language “Garden” Sorting Game

Create a figurative language flower garden! Write different figurative language examples on flower cutouts. Students sort them into garden pots labeled: Simile, Metaphor, Personification, etc. This tactile activity is great for centers and small groups.

Ready to Refresh Your ELA Routine This Spring?
These activities will help your students master figurative language while enjoying the sights and sounds of the season. Don’t forget to grab your Spring Figurative Language Anchor Charts & Activities to anchor the learning all season long!

Click here to access all the essential resources you need this spring!